Maintenance Technician (OVR)

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician, as a part of the SpringHill Maintenance and Facilities Team will be responsible for the upkeep and care of 100+ buildings, structures, and activities at the overnight property in Seymour, Indiana.

Principal Duties and Job Functions

• Responsible for helping to maintain all facilities on the property, including cabins, office buildings, houses, outbuildings, activity structures, meeting rooms, dining halls, etc.
• Perform preventative and repair maintenance to ensure building systems operate efficiently including HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems and waste water/lift stations
• Assist with carpentry roofing and painting/staining to ensure the physical conditions of buildings do not deteriorate
• Assist the Facilities Manager in monitoring and tracking incoming repair and preventative work orders
• Maintain an accurate service log
• Prioritize work orders related to 100+ buildings and facilities on the property
• Utilize volunteers when appropriate
• Perform preventative buildings and grounds assessments to ensure buildings and utilities are well functioning while quickly responding to conditions that might cause personal injury or damage to property
• Complete projects and repairs while operating within seasonal and annual budgets
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, waste water permitting, fire code regulations, MSDS

 Experience and Qualifications Requirements

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Associates Degree or equivalent trade experience preferred
• Camp experience preferred but not required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing and carpentry experience required
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of building codes and safety regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• General computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Office, parts lookup and ordering, as well as computerized maintenance management software
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the organization’s auto insurance policy
• Ability to work in inclement weather

 Personal and Professional Characteristics

• Strong Christian faith, integrity moral values and convictions
• Knowledge of and passion for SpringHill’s mission and philosophy of ministry
• Good problem solving skills, ability to troubleshoot complex systems, exercise judgment, and make decisions in performing job duties
• Ability to exercise patience and diplomacy in dealing with camp employees, students, guests and the general public while performing investigative tasks
• Self starter who is highly motivated and able to work unsupervised for extended periods of time
• Ability to work within a team environment with a customer service focus

 Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Must live near (within 20 minutes) of INON property and be accessible 24/7 for emergency response
• Ability to work varied schedules, including weekends and rotation of on-call hours
• Ability and willingness to drive to othe SpringHill locations as required
• Must be able to lift, bend, twist and push and pull loads
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally 50 lbs-100 lbs with assistance
• Good eye-hand coordination

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, types of work performed and qualifications required of staff members assigned to this position. They are not intended or should be taken as an exhaustive list of and responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel so classified. All indicated qualifications, duties and functions are essential job functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

About SpringHill

SpringHill is a Christian non-denominational organization that exists to present the life-changing message of Jesus Christ to children, teens and young adults and to be His agent of change. We see this fulfilled through our mission, which is to glorify God by creating life-impacting experiences that enable young people to know and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.

We are committed to serving families in Evart, Michigan, and Seymour, Indiana at our summer camp locations and in major metropolitan areas including Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin at our day camp locations. As we experience growth in our ministry, we are seeking people who can bring experience, knowledge, energy and a passion for Jesus to key roles in reaching kids for Christ.

In addition to the mission, SpringHill holds a number of values that influence the way we think and do ministry. We are about Jesus and his message of grace, hope and love. We are committed to the spiritual and personal growth of children, teens, and young adults. We possess a passionate commitment to be relevant. This translates into the integration of faith and fun, diversity in programming and a resolve to meet and engage every child at their level of maturity and development. We are committed to only do ministry in the context of personal loving and caring relationships. This is why we expend a great deal of time and energy finding, developing, and retaining people who relate to others in such a manner. We also offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package for our staff to meet their personal needs while serving in vital ministry roles. In addition, we are committed to exceed expectations and provide exceptional experience, service and value to our guests. We are always learning and growing, and as a result of this, change is a part of our fabric.